Is this dirrhea?

[Crackers78]

Hi, I have a free range flock of 16 and one of my four month old chicks has loose poop. I first noticed it yesterday morning. Not sure if it is normal. She is eating and drinking normally and has plenty of energy.

 

[azygous]

If you're certain of the pooper, watch her general behavior. If she is slowing down, acting lethargic, poor appetite, then this dark runny poop may have significance.

Absent that behavior, this poop may just signify a high consumption of insects and things with a high water content.

 

[Crackers78]

We have had a lot of rain the last few days so I think an increase in insects consumption may be a possibility. Thanks.

 

[azygous]

Yes, that would produce such poop. I see this in my flock when my horse neighbor brings me fresh horse manure for my compost bins. The chickens gorge on the insects in it and I see poop such as the stuff in your photo.

 

[Crackers78]

Great. That makes me feel much better. Guess she's just a pig!!